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How to get fromEl Cajon to San Juan Capistranoby tram, train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from El Cajon to San Juan Capistrano by tram, train, bus, or car

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  1. Tram, train

    best
    1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Old Town Stationtram tram Green
    2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain train Pacific Surfliner
    2h 58m
    $24–60

  2. Bus, train

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus bus
    2. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus bus
    3. Take the train from Oceanside to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain train
    3h 25m
    $14–25

  3. Drive 72.4 mi

    1. Drive from El Cajon to San Juan Capistranocar car 72.4 mi
    1h 17m
    $14–20

El Cajon to San Juan Capistrano by tram and train

Calendar91Weekly Services
Duration2h 58mAverage Duration
Ticket$24Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 82.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between El Cajon, CA, USA and San Juan Capistrano, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from El Cajon to San Juan Capistrano. However, you can take the vehicle to Old Town Station, walk to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, then take the train to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Cajon Transit Center to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Oceanside Transportation Center, and Oceanside in around 3h 25m.

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